minecraft logo horse and chicken in graphic form in a computerized backgroundMystery of the Ethical Navigator: Charting a Responsible Digital Path

Key Learning Objectives

  • Students understand the importance of keeping their digital footprint clean and staying safe online.

Grade 6 Tech Skills

• I can use technology responsibly and make safe choices.
• I can understand the importance of not sharing personal information online.
• I can recognize how overuse of technology can impact one’s mental, physical and emotional health (gaming/video games, social media, screen time)
• I can set appropriate profile pictures and other profile content across social media, webpages, blogs, portfolios etc.
• I understand that digital content is permanent and cannot be deleted.
• I can build a positive digital footprint/reputation.

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Steps to Complete

Part One:  The Power of Digital Footprints

( Common Sense Education)
(45 minutes)

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  1.  Warm-Up – Every Time Online-watch video and discuss  a Digital Footprint is and how being online can be different than in person.
  2. Analyze – Hire a Host – In groups look at the online presence of two candidates for a job.
  3. Take a Stand – Truth Be Told – Decide the fate of the two candidates.
  4. Wrap Up – Your Digital Footprint

Part Two:  Home Sweet Hmm…

(Minecraft)
(1 hour)

  1. Go through a PowerPoint slide show that talks about online safety.
  2. Students individually go through the Minecraft world “Home Sweet Hmm…”